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Sizing up claims of appraisers’ racial bias

Housing Wire

This is Part II of HousingWire’s deep dive into the appraisal profession, and the wave of racial bias claims that has rocked it. In Part I, we looked at the origins of the profession, its present demographic makeup and leadership, and the many struggles of appraisers. They do not. Become a member today.

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Appraiser Countersues Alleged Discrimination

Appraisal Today

Appraiser Countersues Black Plaintiffs Who Alleged Discrimination by Isaac Peck, Publisher WorkingRE There are now a number of lawsuits facing appraisers where the primary allegation is racial discrimination. But since late 2021, a number of similar lawsuits have popped up—from North Carolina to Maryland. Tate-Austin v.

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Cost Approach – When to Use in Appraisals

Appraisal Today

Excerpt: We often receive questions from appraisers regarding Fannie Mae and the cost approach. For example: “I’m appraising a property and have been instructed to comply with Fannie Mae guidelines. My comment: I included this article plus the one below, which both address the Cost Approach’s common appraisal questions.